Awww, the most considerate crew! First time there so I wasn’t sure how or where to order but the kind server with the black ponytail guided me to place my order and didn’t mind my questions to assure I picked something that was right for me. Got the two seasonal flavors in the medium size and for $4 I could not have been more pleased! They even layered the chocolate covered strawberry with the birthday cake so it felt carefully assembled. I even had to tell the manager how pleased I was hearing all the team members checking in with people if they’ve been helped yet. That’s stellar service so they fully earn their thousands of amazing reviews!!
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This was such a special treat for my siblings and I growing up... I'm 36 and live 2 states away, so showing my kids where I grew up and seeing this place still thriving was a treat in itself... but of course we got ice cream too! We got bountiful servings of "small" & "medium" ... the service was friendly & efficient for how busy they were. Also see: the park there still does "Music in the Park"! Check out the beautiful fire station, it has an art gallery.
We drove through for an ice cream, as per recommendations online. It was definitely more solid than typical soft serve, but had the normal soft serve look to it. But the taste was great! We had a caramel one, I believe, and I loved it! We'll come back whenever we're in the area.
Very fun experience! Lots of flavors. Kids running to/from your car, taking your order and delivering your cones/cups so you have a pleasant experience from the comfort of your car. Walk-ups are welcomed too! The ice cream was similar to the consistency of soft-serve yogurt. Very delicious! Can't wait to come back and try the other flavors.
It's OK for me...Personally I can't jump on the hype train. I really don't see what the hype is all about...There is nothing spectacular about Meadowlark Dairy. Sure, it's tasty...but not amazing or spectacular, and most certainly doesn't warrant the 30 min pus kind of waiting in line. You aren't going to have a life changing experience, nor is this something you are going to crave.This place is run by kids...and I do mean kids! These kids look like they're still in high school, not even college. All good, as long as it's run efficiently. Kudos to them, they are fast and efficient...I'll give you that. I don't see myself returning. I'd stop by if there is no line, but that's about it. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here.
my absolute FAVORITE ice cream spot in the bay area :) I always make a detour here whenever im passing through the east bay, and I've dragged friends who were visiting from out of state to try some. At first they think we're crazy to drive 45+ minutes just to get some $2 soft serve, but after their first lick they're converted :))If there was a michelin star for dessert, this definitely earns at least 2 stars.
If you want to try a different type of ice cream that’s good for you, then go for it! This is the place.
Anytime I’m in the area I try to stop by and have ice cream. It’s super affordable, they have a drive through and walk up line and they have a great variation in flavors that you can combine, swirl, or simply have on their own. They also have many seasonal flavors. I’m a big fan of strawberry.
Tasty ice cream and smoothie. The combination of ice cream and smoothie is so yummy. It's a MUST stop whenever we visit Pleasanton. There is always a line for the car drive-through and the line for in store pick-up. Totally worth it!
Meadowlark Dairy is an adorable ice cream shop in Downtown Pleasanton where you can join a standing line of 40 people and somehow leave, cone in-hand, in fewer than 5 minutes. Ahh, the magical effects of adequate staffing. Meadowlark Dairy is so packed full of high school kids who are ready to take your order that you better know which flavors you want before you even walk up. Seriously, don't let the huge lines of cars and people scare you off. This is the most efficient food vendor I've ever heard of.A final note for all of those people who, like me, suffer from most foods constantly trying to kill them. This place has vegan, dairy-free (clarifying because "vegan" no longer means dairy/lactose-free, SMH), gluten-free, nut-free, top 8-free options! There's something for everyone here, so bring all of your lactose-intolerant, animal-loving, nut-averse, Celiac-diseased friends!